14 - I want to walk or run more in greenspace…

Paths for All

Walking for Health - Trained walk leaders lead Health Walks across Scotland. Find a walk in your area, or get support to start one. Some are specifically Dementia Friendly or Cancer Friendly.

Parkrun

Find a local Parkrun event, or get support to start one locally
Due to covid-19, Parkrun events in Scotland are currently suspended, but have restarted in England.

National Cycle Network

The Sustrans National Cycle Network routes are designed for walking and cycling.

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NatureScot invite views on Biodiversity Metric for Scotland’s Planning System

A consultation paper just released outlines issues and invites comments until 10 May.
Our April ebulletin is out now

Spring into our April ebulletin! It's just out and includes greenspace and parks news from greenspace scotland, Scotland and beyond.
Glasgow lighting the way!

Our April Project of the Month looks at the work Glasgow City Council is undertaking in exploring and delivering lighting solutions in three pilot parks.
Online Canopy Cover Recorder – The Woodland Trust

The Tree Equity Score Map launched in late 2023, highlights areas of inequality in access to trees and will help funders and communities redress the balance over time. Between February – May 2024 The Woodland Trust need your help to complete over 500 tree canopy cover assessments. Pick any available location from the list, and complete the assessment at a time that suits you - they only take around 1.5 hours to complete

1 - Where is my nearest greenspace?

Find your local greenspace
2 - Who owns the greenspace, and who else might be involved with it?

Find out who owns your local greenspace
3 - A planning application has been submitted for my greenspace – what can I do?

How to engage with a planning application
4 - How do I run events and activities in my local greenspace?

Information about running events and activities in your local greenspace
5 - How do we work with the landowner to help take care of our local greenspace?

Working with the landowner to help take care of your local greenspace
6 - How do we take ownership of the greenspace ourselves?

Information about how to take on community ownership and management of your local greenspace
7 - How do I find out what other communities are doing, and learn from them?

What are other communities doing to enhance, use and improve their local greenspace?
8 - We’d like to improve our greenspace for insects & wildlife…

How to improve the biodiversity of your local greenspace
9 - We’d like to look after or create woodland…

Create a woodland in your local greenspace
10 - We would like to grow fruit and vegetables…

Food growing in your local greenspace

Tesco Stronger Starts Grants

Up to £1500 funding for local projects. Currently prioritising projects that provide healthy food and activities that boost children and young people’s mental and physical wellbeing.
What is greenspace?

Greenspaces are the 'green lungs' of our towns and cities which contribute to improving people's physical and mental health by providing places for informal recreation and 'breathing spaces' to take time out from the stresses of modern life.
Other funding sources

There are lots of grant and funding programmes that can support greenspace and park projects, activities and events. Thinking about the impact or benefits of your project might help you identify other funding opportunities too.
Greenspace map

The greenspace map developed with Ordnance Survey provides information about the location and type of all of Scotland's greenspaces.
Find and enjoy greenspace

Explore and discover Scotland's wonderful parks and greenspaces using Scotland's greenspace map and MyParkScotland
Silverburn Flax Mill

Crowdfunding appeal to support a major community-led initiative for wellbeing, enterprise and employment, benefiting the people of Levenmouth and beyond. The B-listed former Flax Mill building will be brought back to life, creating a sustainable and iconic centre piece for Silverburn Park.
Ebulletin

Our free, monthly e-bulletin includes local, national and international greenspace-related news, as well as the latest information from greenspace scotland and our members.
Our story

Since 2002, greenspace scotland has provided a national lead on greenspace, working towards our goal that everyone living and working in urban Scotland has easy access to quality greenspace which meets local needs and improves their quality of life.
Young Placechangers Toolkit

The Young Placechangers toolkit aims to inspire young people to take the lead in their local community, to voice their opinions and help make positive change happen. Practical, free and fun - have a look!
Statistics

Statistics about the size and importance of greenspace across Scotland.